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Kogniz

Berkeley, US · Delaware corporation · 2 known investors

Kogniz is a digital platform and content hub that covers technology trends, innovation, and emerging platforms including mobile apps, VR, and PaaS solutions. It serves tech enthusiasts, developers, startup founders, and business leaders with insights, thought pieces, and analysis on how technology shapes daily life and business.

Founders & leadership

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Daniel PuttermanFounder
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Jed PuttermanNamed on SEC filing
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Tom ChavezNamed on SEC filing
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David RonNamed on SEC filing
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Gregorio SchneiderNamed on SEC filing

Board

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Stephen PlumeBoard director

Investors · 2

Reported raises · per SEC filings

Form D private placements

$14.2M disclosed across 3 rounds · 2020–2022

$634.6KraisedAug 2022 · 11 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Daniel PuttermanExecutive Officer, Director
  • Clint KorverDirector
  • David RonExecutive Officer
  • Jed PuttermanDirector
  • Stephen PlumeDirector
  • Tom ChavezDirector
Offering amount
$900K
Amount sold
$634.6K
First sale
Aug 2022
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
$6MraisedMar 2022 · 24 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Jed PuttermanExecutive Officer, Director
  • Tom ChavezDirector
  • David RonExecutive Officer, Director
  • Stephen PlumeDirector
  • Gregorio SchneiderDirector
  • Daniel PuttermanExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$6M
Amount sold
$6M
First sale
Feb 2020
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
$7.5MraisedMar 2022 · 23 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Tom ChavezDirector
  • Daniel PuttermanExecutive Officer, Director
  • Jed PuttermanExecutive Officer, Director
  • Stephen PlumeDirector
  • David RonExecutive Officer
  • Gregorio SchneiderDirector
Offering amount
$9M
Amount sold
$7.5M
First sale
Mar 2022
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

Source: SEC EDGAR Form D. Amounts as filed; amended filings shown once at their latest values.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Kogniz do?
Kogniz is a digital platform and content hub that covers technology trends, innovation, and emerging platforms including mobile apps, VR, and PaaS solutions. It serves tech enthusiasts, developers, startup founders, and business leaders with insights, thought pieces, and analysis on how technology shapes daily life and business.
Who founded Kogniz?
Kogniz was founded by Daniel Putterman.
Who are Kogniz's investors?
Kogniz's investors include K20 Fund, Ulu Ventures.
How much funding has Kogniz raised?
Kogniz has disclosed $14.2M raised across 3 rounds.
Where is Kogniz headquartered?
Kogniz is headquartered in Berkeley, US.