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VNTANA
Chicago, US · Founded 2012 · Delaware corporation · 37 employees on LinkedIn · 7 known investors
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VNTANA offers a platform that automatically optimizes, converts, and distributes 3D and CAD assets to downstream channels such as eCommerce, sales tools, retailers, and simulation models. It provides patented file optimization, governance, QA, approval workflows, and version control so teams across an organization can access 3D content without relying on engineering.
Founders & leadership
VNTANA was founded in 2012 by ASHLEY E. CROWDER.
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ASHLEY E. CROWDERco-Founder/CEOAshley Crowder is CEO and co-founder of VNTANA. She previously held positions at Meta, Michael Kors, and Astec Industries, and holds 14 patents related to 3D graphics and hologram technology.
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CHANDRA HUSKEYVP Finance2022–2024Chandra Huskey is an accounting and finance executive with 15+ years of experience at VC/PE-backed SaaS companies, including roles in public accounting and private companies; his background spans financial reporting, technical accounting, operations, fundraising, and financial analysis.
Board
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BENJAMIN CONWAYBoard director30 Under 30 2018
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THOMAS C. DOLANBoard director
Investors · 7
Chloe Capitallisted by Chloe CapitalIthaca · $100K – $250K
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Navigate Ventureslisted by Navigate VenturesBeverly Hills
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Stadia Ventureslisted by Stadia VenturesSan Francisco
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TYLT Ventureslisted by TYLT VenturesSanta Monica
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Alpaca VCreportedNew York · $500K – $1.3M
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Reported raises · per SEC filings
Form D private placements$3.8M disclosed across 4 rounds · 2022–2026
▶$500KraisedJul 2026 · 1 investors · Other TechnologyRule 506(b)
▶$500KraisedJul 2026 · 1 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
- ASHLEY E. CROWDERExecutive Officer, Director
- BENJAMIN CONWAYDirector
- THOMAS C. DOLANDirector
- Offering amount
- $500K
- Amount sold
- $500K
- First sale
- Jul 2026
- Incorporated
- Corporation, Delaware
- Federal exemptions
- 06b
▶$750KraisedDec 2025 · 1 investors · Other TechnologyRule 506(b)
▶$750KraisedDec 2025 · 1 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
- THOMAS C. DOLANDirector
- ASHLEY E. CROWDERExecutive Officer, Director
- BENJAMIN CONWAYDirector
- Offering amount
- $750K
- Amount sold
- $750K
- First sale
- Dec 2025
- Incorporated
- Corporation, Delaware
- Federal exemptions
- 06b
▶$500KraisedJul 2024 · 1 investors · Other TechnologyRule 506(b)
▶$500KraisedJul 2024 · 1 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
- CHANDRA HUSKEYExecutive Officer
- ASHLEY E. CROWDERExecutive Officer, Director
- BENJAMIN CONWAYDirector
- THOMAS C. DOLANDirector
- Offering amount
- $1.5M
- Amount sold
- $500K
- First sale
- Jul 2024
- Incorporated
- Corporation, Delaware
- Federal exemptions
- 06b
▶$2.1MraisedJul 2023 · 3 investors · Other TechnologyRule 506(b)
▶$2.1MraisedJul 2023 · 3 investors · Other Technology
Rule 506(b)Officers, directors & promoters on the filing
- BENJAMIN CONWAYDirector
- THOMAS C. DOLANDirector
- CHANDRA HUSKEYExecutive Officer
- ASHLEY E. CROWDERExecutive Officer, Director
- Offering amount
- $4M
- Amount sold
- $2.1M
- First sale
- Nov 2022
- Incorporated
- Corporation, Delaware
- Federal exemptions
- 06b
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 VNTANA do?
- VNTANA offers a platform that automatically optimizes, converts, and distributes 3D and CAD assets to downstream channels such as eCommerce, sales tools, retailers, and simulation models. It provides patented file optimization, governance, QA, approval workflows, and version control so teams across an organization can access 3D content without relying on engineering.
- Who founded VNTANA?
- VNTANA was founded by ASHLEY E. CROWDER in 2012.
- Who are VNTANA's investors?
- VNTANA's investors include Chloe Capital, Mana Ventures, Navigate Ventures, Sprint Vc, Stadia Ventures, TYLT Ventures, Alpaca VC.
- How much funding has VNTANA raised?
- VNTANA has disclosed $3.8M raised across 4 rounds.
- Where is VNTANA headquartered?
- VNTANA is headquartered in Chicago, US.