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NetBase

Mountain View, US · Delaware corporation · 6 known investors

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Quid is an AI-powered consumer and market intelligence platform that analyzes data from social media, news, reviews, patents, and other sources to reveal trends, sentiment, and opportunities for enterprises. The platform serves Fortune 500 companies and agencies across multiple industries by delivering real-time insights and competitive intelligence.

Founders & leadership

PCPeter Caswell
Peter CaswellChairman & CEO2011–2024Peter Caswell is an executive with over 30 years of experience leading companies through multiple exits including an IPO and private sales, with background in Financial Services, Retail, Manufacturing, and Software sectors.
KKKip Knight
Kip KnightBoard of Directors2010–2026Kip Knight is an Operating Partner at Thomvest Ventures who previously held leadership roles in packaged goods, restaurants, e-commerce, financial services, and cybersecurity. He advises on M&A and financing transactions at Drake Star Partners and founded CMO Coaches, a mentoring organization for marketing executives.
RP
Robert PapeExecutive
MS
Michael SeasholsExecutive

Board

EH
Elise HuangBoard director
DB
Donald ButlerBoard director
CS
Carmen ScarpaBoard director
ALAnthony Lee
Anthony LeeBoard directorManaging Director at Altos Ventures

Investors · 6

Also in the syndicate · 1

West Summit Capitallead

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$47.3M disclosed across 3 of 4 rounds · 2012–2015

▶$33.4MraisedJun 2015 · 12 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Peter CaswellExecutive Officer, Director
  • Elise HuangDirector
  • Donald ButlerDirector
  • Kip KnightExecutive Officer
  • Carmen ScarpaDirector
  • Robert PapeExecutive Officer
Offering amount
$33.4M
Amount sold
$33.4M
Finders' fees
$1.7M
Placement agents
Houlihan Lokey Capital, Inc.
First sale
Mar 2015
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$10.8MraisedJul 2014 · 11 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Anthony LeeDirector
  • Robert PapeExecutive Officer
  • Donald ButlerDirector
  • Peter CaswellExecutive Officer, Director
  • Hui LiangDirector
  • Kip KnightDirector
  • Elise HuangDirector
Offering amount
$16M
Amount sold
$10.8M
First sale
Jun 2014
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$3.1MraisedFeb 2012 · 4 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Anthony LeeDirector
  • Robert PapeExecutive Officer
  • Donald ButlerDirector
  • Michael SeasholsDirector
  • Peter CaswellExecutive Officer, Director
  • Kip KnightDirector
Offering amount
$9.1M
Amount sold
$3.1M
First sale
Feb 2012
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware
Federal exemptions
06
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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4 people who came through NetBase went on to found or lead other companies.

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Frequently asked questions

What does NetBase do?
Quid is an AI-powered consumer and market intelligence platform that analyzes data from social media, news, reviews, patents, and other sources to reveal trends, sentiment, and opportunities for enterprises. The platform serves Fortune 500 companies and agencies across multiple industries by delivering real-time insights and competitive intelligence.
Who are NetBase's investors?
NetBase's investors include REV Venture Partners, WestSummit Capital, Altos Ventures, ORIX Ventures, Thomvest Ventures.
How much funding has NetBase raised?
NetBase has disclosed $47.3M raised across 3 of its 4 known rounds.
Where is NetBase headquartered?
NetBase is headquartered in Mountain View, US.