Imlay Investments
Description
Imlay Investments is a private investment firm headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, dedicated to funding early-stage technology companies. The firm is led by John Imlay III, who continues the significant legacy of his father, John P. Imlay Jr., a revered figure in Atlanta's technology landscape known for his pioneering contributions to the software industry. Imlay Investments operates with a focus on identifying and nurturing promising startups, primarily within the tech sector.
The firm's investment strategy centers on providing initial capital to companies in their Seed and early Series A stages. According to reports, Imlay Investments typically deploys first checks ranging from $250,000 to $2,000,000, aiming to be a foundational partner for nascent ventures. Their approach is characterized by a hands-on engagement, leveraging their deep industry expertise and extensive network to support portfolio companies through critical growth phases.
Imlay Investments boasts an impressive portfolio of successful Atlanta-based technology companies, underscoring their ability to spot high-potential opportunities. Notable investments include Salesloft, a leading sales engagement platform; Terminus, an account-based marketing software provider; CallRail, a call tracking and analytics solution; FullStory, a digital experience intelligence platform; and Calendly, a popular scheduling automation tool. The firm has demonstrated a strong track record with several successful exits, validating its investment thesis and contributing significantly to the regional tech ecosystem's vibrancy.
Investor Profile
Imlay Investments has backed more than 42 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 8 rounds, about 19% of its total and boasts 16 exits across its portfolio.
Investment Focus Highlights
- Concentrates on Series Unknown, Series A, Series B rounds (top funding stages).
- Majority of deals are located in United States.
- Strong thematic focus on Software, Enterprise Software, SaaS.
- Typical check size: $250K – $2M.
Stage Focus
- Series Unknown (26%)
- Series A (24%)
- Series B (21%)
- Series D (7%)
- Seed (7%)
- Series C (7%)
- Angel (5%)
- Series E (2%)
Country Focus
- United States (100%)
Industry Focus
- Software
- Enterprise Software
- Saas
- Cyber Security
- Telecommunications
- Events
- Information Technology
- Internet
- Small And Medium Businesses
- Machine Learning
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