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"Anthem understands the challenges of building companies based on the
work of leading academic research. They took the time and effort to
understand our technology, our markets, and most all to recognize the
quality of our founding team. We started doing a small seed round, and
we ended up with an over-subscribed Series A, which included two
strategic partners, both public companies, that are leaders in their
markets.
Since we closed the round, we have worked hand-in-hand with Anthem
in making key decisions and completing our management team. It has
been a great working relationship, and I would -- and do -- encourage
other entrepreneurs to seek Anthem out as an investor."
Jim Rosenberg, Wavestream
"An investment from Anthem means much more than money: it's time
and advice from seasoned professionals, it's connections into a
rich business network, and much more than anything it means working
with a great bunch of guys who understand the challenges of the
entrepreneur. "
Anthony Batt, Buzznet
"When it came time to raise a Series A round for Blurb, I immediately
thought of Anthem Venture Partners. Some years ago I was sitting
across the table from Bill and Todd in an M&A deal and thought,
hmmm… smart guys. Having been a venture-backed CEO a couple
of times before, I had a decent feel for the “good ones.”
Anthem is indeed the real meal deal. They are smart, smart people
who understand the biggest challenge in an early stage company is
to say no more often than yes. They are well-connected folks who
extend their personal and professional networks willingly. They
are a supportive team that’s both tough and fair; they’ve
not forgotten what it’s like to walk in your shoes. Finally,
my investment from Anthem has meant a great Board Member in Brian
Mesic – he knows where and when he can add value… and
steps up every time."
Eileen Gittins, Blurb
"RF Magic has certainly benefited from the investment of Anthem
Venture Partners. They understood our vision from the beginning
and have remained committed to it. Brian in particular is very knowledgeable
about our industry and its markets, and his commitment of time and
his support of our management team has sped our development. Anthem's
healthy respect for entrepreneurs has helped galvanize our growth
and contributed to the success of our business."
Mark Foley, RF
Magic
""Anthem was a key early investor in Corus and their vote
of confidence was critical in arranging our A round of financing.
They have provided stragetic advice and their impact far exceeds
their investment."
Bruce Montgomery, Corus
Pharma
"When I had the idea to start to NevenVison, I went to Anthem
based on my relationship with Bill Woodward. They helped me do everything
to get the company started and build a great team. They provided
so much more than money, and they have been a great partner ever
since."
Hartmut Neven, NevenVision
"Entrepreneurs with investment from Anthem Venture Partners
can look forward to solid ongoing support through good times and
tough times. The partnership is keenly aware of our market space
and challenges. As such, they are on constant lookout for data and
relationships that Solarflare can benefit from. Our shared vision
in the development of the 10G market has made working with Anthem
both satisfying and rewarding."
Russell Stern, Solarflare
Communications
"I approached Anthem early in the process of forming Zag.com.
They immediately understood what we were trying to build and were
collaborative and supportive. Anthem backed our team and our abilities
before there was much proof. They understand what it takes to start
and build companies and I can’t imagine a better investor
for start-ups."
Scott Painter, Zag.com
"Anthem has been supportive and a pleasure to work with. They
have shown themselves to be an investor that understands our technology
and market space. I have appreciated the insight they offer and
their support."
Patrick Henry, Entropic
Communications
“Anthem is unique in that they are one of the few venture investors
that not only have the ability to support a company at an early developmental
stage, but they also possess the capability to support a public company
in its financings. Their expertise has been instrumental in every
critical financing stage of our company.”
William Caldwell, Advanced
Cell Technologies
"Bill and Brian are both very supportive at every level of the organization.
They understand the importance of relationships, strive to help in
the right way, and do so effectively. They are a pleasure to work
with and have managed to consistently, and in an understated manner,
ensure that their involvement is a benefit to Axiom Microdevices."
Brett Butler, Axiom
Microdevices
"Greg and the Anthem guys are a pleasure to have on the team. They're
invaluable when we need help, stay out of the way when we don't, and
know how to tell the difference. They work to help entrepreneurs
build strong companies, and they're very good at it."
Robin Adler, NexTest
"Bill has been instrumental in defining our core strategies for
success. His vision for upcoming trends and market opportunities have
always been spot on. Bill's insight and style have allowed Pulse to
define our own direction and allowed us to pursue our goals with an
unique combination of passion and professionalism."
Mark Yahiro, Pulse
"As an entrepreneur in northern California, I sought out a venture
investor like Anthem from Southern California to round out my list of
backers. With Anthem as my partner, I now have access to a deep
network in the Los Angeles technology and media worlds, as well as an
investor with the kind of operational experience and commitment to the
entrepreneur that I would demand from any venture capital firm."
Mark Housley, Glimmerglass
"I have known Bill Woodward for over 7 years and he was one of the
first people I approached when I started Siperian. Anthem has been
involved from the very beginning. They helped drive our Series A
round, brought in additional value-added investors, aided in defining
some of the early strategy, and assisted in rounding out the executive
team. Bill, and the rest of the team at Anthem, work and think like
entrepreneurs to get things done in early-stage companies."
Ken Hoang, Siperian
"Anthem had the vision and courage to defy convention and invest, and
the understanding and strength to pledge unequivocal support through
good times and bad. What more could you ask?"
Ed Tuck, Wavestream
"The partners at Anthem have put a lot of time and effort into making
good things happen for our company. Anthem has also shown a great
deal of respect for my team and knowledge of the challenges of
building a successful business. They are a great firm to work with."
Jeff King, Planet ATE
"Anthem has been a great partner for me. As a new CEO, I rely on
their experience and perspective, and they have been active in every
stage of my company's development. Financial capital is only a small
part of what they bring to the table."
George Zimmerman, Solarflare
"Anthem is one of the best venture clients we have worked with. They
manage the search process efficiently and diligently, and they do
a great job of talent evaluation. We closed a CEO search with one
of their portfolio companies in 58 days, a record for our firm. They
worked shoulder-to-shoulder with us and I would work with them again
in a minute."
Andy Price, Schweichler
Associates
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