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First Resonance

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Modern software solutions for aerospace manufacturing

El Segundo, United StatesFounded 2018Aviation
Valuation $50–100M Last recorded · 2021
Headcount <100 Current team size
Total funding $10–50M Disclosed equity funding
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About First Resonance

First Resonance, accessible at firstresonance.io, is a cutting-edge startup that provides a manufacturing software platform named ION. This platform is designed to streamline the production process for hardware companies, offering speed, collaboration, and real-time visibility. The primary users of ION are engineers and technicians who benefit from its user-friendly interface, which allows for easy navigation through various production steps, capturing comments, attaching files, and sharing feedback seamlessly.

The company operates in the manufacturing and industrial sector, specifically targeting hardware development and production. Its clients range from small-scale hardware startups to large manufacturing enterprises that require efficient and reliable production processes. The market it serves is dynamic and fast-paced, reflecting the rapid advancements in technology and the increasing complexity of hardware products.

First Resonance's business model revolves around providing a comprehensive software solution that integrates various aspects of the manufacturing process. This includes purchasing parts, managing inventory, and overseeing the entire supply chain. By offering a unified platform, the company helps its clients ensure high-quality production and maintain compliance with regulatory standards. The ION platform also features robust analytics capabilities, enabling analysts to generate reports and identify critical issues quickly.

Revenue generation for First Resonance primarily comes from subscription fees for its software platform. Clients pay for access to the ION platform, which includes various modules and features tailored to their specific needs. Additionally, the company may offer premium services such as advanced analytics, custom integrations, and dedicated support, which provide additional revenue streams.

In summary, First Resonance is revolutionizing the manufacturing industry with its innovative ION platform, helping hardware companies achieve faster, more efficient, and higher-quality production.

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At a glance

Status
Operational
Founded
2018
Headquarters
El Segundo, United States
Employees
38
Open positions
5
Dealroom signal
60.4/100
Industry
Transportation
Sub-industry
Vehicle Production
Sector
Aviation, Testing, Aviation and Aerospace, Hard Tech, DT and LS, science-based
Technology
Hardware, Deep Tech, IoT InternetOfThings
Client focus
b2b
Investment activity
1 company, latest Nov 2023
Capital deployed
$7.5M
Preferred round
EARLY VC

Funding history

5 recorded events

Company financing events and reported valuations.

Deal typeDateAmountValuationInvestorsSource
EARLY VC✓Equity / VC Dec 2024 — — Blue Bear Capital · Emerson Ventures · E12 Ventures · Third Prime Capital ↗
EARLY VC✓Equity / VC Sep 2023 — — Emerson Ventures ↗
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Growth signals

First Resonance website traffic

Latest recorded traffic for First Resonance is 16K monthly website visits, down 5.9% over the last three months. First Resonance's team declined 19.1% over the past year.

Latest monthly visits16K 3-month web change-5.9% 1-year team growth-19.1%
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Investors

19 investors on the cap table

From Dealroom's funding and investor records, grouped by the round each investor first entered.

Seed2 investors entered at this stage

  • Builders VC
  • Blue Bear Capital

Series A11 investors entered at this stage

  • Craft Ventures
  • PLG Ventures
  • Stage Venture Partners
  • Frontier
  • Wavemaker Partners
  • Fika Ventures
  • Garuda Ventures
  • Emerson Ventures
  • Third Prime Capital
  • E12 Ventures
  • Fortitude Ventures

Other known investors6 additional known investors

  • Echelon
  • Frontier VC
  • Frontier Venture Capital
  • Garuda
  • Industrious Ventures
  • Starburst Accelerator
Team profiled 21 named & role-tagged
Founders Hidden — book a demo/100 quality score
Key operators 2 quality Hidden — book a demo/100
Potential founders Hidden — book a demo likely future founders
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Global footprint

Workforce and web traffic by country
Workforce by country
3 countries with
team presence
🇺🇸 United States92.6%
🇨🇴 Colombia3.7%
🇮🇳 India3.7%
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Market sentiment

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