Best Buy Capital
VC Fund
Eden Prairie, United States
Best Buy Capital is a venture capital arm of Best Buy Co. Inc. specializing in early-stage companies developing emerging technologies or inventions considered disruptive to the marketplace. Best Buy Capital is based in Eden Prairie, Minnesota.
- Total investments:
- 8
- Last investment:
- Lead investor:
- 50%
Last updated:
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Industries Best Buy Capital invests in
AnalyticsEnergyGamingMobileSensor
Stages Best Buy Capital invests in
Series BSeries CFunding RoundSeries D
Countries Best Buy Capital invests in
United States
Contacts
| Name | Phone | Socials | |
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Mathew Ingle
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Investment Focus
Industry
- Analytics 2 (25%)
- Energy 1 (13%)
- Gaming 1 (13%)
- Mobile 1 (13%)
- Sensor 1 (13%)
Stage
- Series B 3 (38%)
- Series C 2 (25%)
- Funding Round 2 (25%)
- Series D 1 (13%)
Team
| Name | Title | Investments | Links | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Mathew Ingle
Digital Transformation & Portfolio Leadership
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Digital Transformation & Portfolio Leadership | Total investments: 0 | Find email |
Investments
| Company | Description | Round | Links |
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Valencell
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Valencell produces the most accurate wearable biometric sensor systems in the world – making them the leaders in biometric technologies and design. Valencell develops performance biometric sensor technology and provides this patent-protected technology to consumer electronics manufacturers, wearables and hearables developers, medical device makers,and sports and fitness brands for integration into their products. Valencell’s technology can be used in wearables and hearables for virtually anyone, anywhere, doing anything. Their technology is scalable to multiple form-factors such as earbuds, smartwatches, armbands and wrist devices. Valencell’s technology has been used in devices from HUAWEI, Sony, LG, Bose, Jabra, Suunto, Scosche, and many more. | $7M / Series C / Jun 16, 2014 | |
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Valencell
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Valencell produces the most accurate wearable biometric sensor systems in the world – making them the leaders in biometric technologies and design. Valencell develops performance biometric sensor technology and provides this patent-protected technology to consumer electronics manufacturers, wearables and hearables developers, medical device makers,and sports and fitness brands for integration into their products. Valencell’s technology can be used in wearables and hearables for virtually anyone, anywhere, doing anything. Their technology is scalable to multiple form-factors such as earbuds, smartwatches, armbands and wrist devices. Valencell’s technology has been used in devices from HUAWEI, Sony, LG, Bose, Jabra, Suunto, Scosche, and many more. | $5.5M / Series B / Jun 20, 2011 | |
Zeo
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Zeo was a manufacturer of a sleep monitor in the form of a headband, that contained an EEG unit monitoring the user's brain waves.The sleep monitor was able to detect and record sleep stages, and awake at the optimal time, in light sleep.Using analytics, users were provided with recommendations based on each individual's sleepingpatterns.Zeo has stopped operating in | $12.3M / Series C / Jan 06, 2011 | |
Viewdle
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Viewdle (www.viewdle.com) is the only independent mobile-focused visual analysis company. Viewdle enables the camera to inspire new social experiences and effortless communication. Viewdle is creating new user experiences in mobile gaming, social networking, social media, advertising and marketing, with the introduction of computer vision andrecognition technologies to consumer products. Its best-of-breed recognition technology has been developed by its global research and development team, which includes nine PhDs.Available Viewdle products (http://viewdle.com/products/index.html):- SocialCamera, a face recognition-based photo-socializing product for Android phones (http://viewdle.com/products/mobile/index.html)- ViewdleUploader, a face recognition-based photo tagging product for Facebook on the desktop pc (http://viewdle.com/products/desktop/index.html)- ViewdleSDK, a face recognition SDK for augmented reality, video, and photo solutions across multiple device platforms | $10M / Series B / Oct 05, 2010 | |
Brammo
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Brammo is an electric vehicle technology company headquartered in North America. Brammo designs and develops electric vehicles including the Enertia, Empulse, and Engage motorcycles. It is an OEM supplier of its innovative Brammo Digital Drivetrain(TM) systems including the Brammo Power(TM) battery pack and Brammo Power(TM) vehicle managementsystem.Brammo has vehicle distribution and marketing operations in North America, Europe, and Asia | $12.5M / Series B / Sep 22, 2010 | |
Control4
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Control4 Corporation manufactures wired and wireless home automation products in the United States. It offers software and hardware products, which enable home theater and television, multi-room music, lighting, temperature, and security control through a range of in-home and over-the-Web remote control technology. The company's productsinclude wireless dimmers and switches, speakers, multi tuners, multi channel amplifiers, audio matrix switches, video switchers, and home entertainment and control systems. It also offers wireless thermostats, touch screens, keypads, controllers, contact/relay extenders, and system remote controls. The company sells its products through dealers in the United States, Canada, and internationally, as well as through custom integrators, distributors, and retail outlets. It serves consumer electronics companies, hotels, businesses, and utilities sector. Control4 Corporation has a strategic relationship with APOGEE Interactive. The company was founded in 2003 and is headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah. | Jul 08, 2009 | |
IMVU
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Founded in 2004, IMVU is a social entertainment company connecting users through 3D avatar-based experiences. A leader in developing online communities, IMVU has more than 100 million registered user accounts worldwide and features the largest user-generated virtual goods catalog of more than 10 million items. Located in Mountain View, CA, IMVU isbacked by venture investors Menlo Ventures, Allegis Capital, Bridgescale Partners, and Best Buy Capital. | $10M / Jan 22, 2009 | |
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IMVU
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Founded in 2004, IMVU is a social entertainment company connecting users through 3D avatar-based experiences. A leader in developing online communities, IMVU has more than 100 million registered user accounts worldwide and features the largest user-generated virtual goods catalog of more than 10 million items. Located in Mountain View, CA, IMVU isbacked by venture investors Menlo Ventures, Allegis Capital, Bridgescale Partners, and Best Buy Capital. | $10M / Series D / Jan 22, 2009 |
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FAQ
What does Best Buy Capital invest in?
Best Buy Capital invests primarily in Analytics, Energy and Gaming startups, most often at Series B and Series C stage. Most of the 8 investments tracked by Shizune back companies in United States. The Investment Focus section breaks down every industry, stage and country in the portfolio.
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