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Washington, US · Founded 2011 · Delaware corporation · 271 employees on LinkedIn · 13 known investors

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Virtru provides a data security platform that applies encryption and attribute-based access controls to sensitive data shared via email, files, and SaaS apps, letting organizations set granular access policies while retaining control of their encryption keys. It serves small businesses, enterprises, and government/public sector organizations with compliance needs such as CMMC, ITAR, and CJIS.

CybersecurityData & InfrastructureEnterprise SoftwareSaaS

Founders & leadership

Virtru was founded in 2011 by John Ackerly and Will Ackerly.

JAJohn Ackerly
John AckerlyFounderCo-founder and CEO of Virtru, which provides a data security platform that applies encryption and attribute-based access controls to sensitive data shared across email, files, and SaaS applications.
WAWill Ackerly
Will AckerlyFounder

Board

DCDavid Cowan
David CowanBoard directorPartner at Bessemer Venture Partners
SP
Scott PetryBoard director
WJ
Wayne JacksonBoard director

Investors · 13

ICONIQ Capital✓ confirmed by VirtruSan Francisco · $5M – $100M

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ICONIQ Growth✓ confirmed by VirtruSan Francisco

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Blue Delta Capitallisted by Blue Delta CapitalMcLean · $15M – $50M

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ICONIQlisted by ICONIQSan Francisco

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New Enterprise Associates (NEA)listed by New Enterprise Associates (NEA)Menlo Park · $200K – $40M

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Perot Jainlisted by Perot JainDallas · $500K

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Teamworthy Ventureslisted by Teamworthy VenturesNew York

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Tiger Global ManagementreportedNew York · $1M – $100M

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Also in the syndicate · 4

Foundry CapitalleadMC2SamsungSoros Capital

Funding

SEC filings, press & company announcements

$32.9M disclosed across 2 of 9 rounds · 2013–2025

▶$28.6MraisedAug 2016 · 41 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Encryption service Virtru, built by ex-NSA engineer, raises $29Mtechcrunch.com · Aug 2016
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • Scott PetryDirector
  • William R. AckerlyExecutive Officer, Director
  • John M. AckerlyExecutive Officer, Director
  • Wayne JacksonDirector
  • David CowanDirector
Offering amount
$30.7M
Amount sold
$28.6M
Proceeds to insiders
$1.2M
First sale
Aug 2016
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2011
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗
▶$4.3MraisedApr 2014 · 22 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)
Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
  • William R. AckerlyExecutive Officer, Director
  • John M. AckerlyExecutive Officer, Director
Offering amount
$20M
Amount sold
$4.3M
First sale
May 2013
Incorporated
Corporation, Delaware, 2011
Federal exemptions
06b
Full filing on SEC EDGAR ↗

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

Founder mafia

2 people who came through Virtru went on to found or lead other companies.

Russell P. ReederMember, Board of AdvisorsFounded Rightsline +3Todd RovakAdvisory Board MemberFounded Carefull Corporation

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In the news

Virtru secures $37M Series B led by Iconiqtechcrunch.com · May 2018Encryption service Virtru, built by ex-NSA engineer, raises $29Mtechcrunch.com · Aug 2016Virtru, A Secure Email App Built By An Ex-NSA Engineer, Raises $6Mtechcrunch.com · Jun 2014

Frequently asked questions

What does Virtru do?
Virtru provides a data security platform that applies encryption and attribute-based access controls to sensitive data shared via email, files, and SaaS apps, letting organizations set granular access policies while retaining control of their encryption keys. It serves small businesses, enterprises, and government/public sector organizations with compliance needs such as CMMC, ITAR, and CJIS.
Who founded Virtru?
Virtru was founded by John Ackerly, Will Ackerly in 2011.
Who are Virtru's investors?
Virtru's investors include Bessemer Venture Partners, ICONIQ Capital, ICONIQ Growth, Blue Delta Capital, ICONIQ, New Enterprise Associates (NEA), Perot Jain, Teamworthy Ventures and 1 more.
How much funding has Virtru raised?
Virtru has disclosed $32.9M raised across 2 of its 9 known rounds.
Where is Virtru headquartered?
Virtru is headquartered in Washington, US.