Forward Networks
PrivateLast Round
Series D
Jan 24, 2023
Est. Valuation
$47.77M
Total Funding Raised
$112M
Momentum
Top 25%
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Company Overview
Forward Networks operates in Telecommunications & Networking and is based in Santa Clara, California. Its latest recorded funding round was a Series D round in January 2023.
Forward Networks is a software company that provides a network assurance and verification platform designed to predict network behavior and mitigate operational business risk using a mathematically accurate digital twin.
Sector
Telecommunications & Networking
Verticals
Network Analytics, Network Security, Software-Defined Networking, Compliance & Risk
Business Model
B2B
Customer Profile
Subscription SaaS
AI Layer
Application
Historical Pricing
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Forward Networks Funding Rounds
Historical fundraising activity
| Round | Date | Amount Raised | Valuation | Investors | Sources |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Series D | Jan 24, 2023 | ||||
| Series C | Oct 8, 2019 | ||||
| Series B | Aug 23, 2017 | ||||
| Series A | Nov 25, 2014 |
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Key People
Founding team and executive leadership
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Forward Networks Investors
Notable investors and investment history
| Investor | Rounds |
|---|---|
| Andreessen Horowitz | Series B, Series D, Series C, Series A |
| S32 | Series D |
| SV Angel | Series A |
| Threshold Ventures | Series D, Series C |
| Goldman Sachs Asset Management Private Equity | Series D |
| A. Capital Ventures | Series B, Series D, Series A, Series C |
| BDT & MSD Partners | Series D |
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Market signals
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- Aug 21, 2026
Monthly visitors increased 39% MoM.
- Jul 25, 2026
Monthly visitors increased 30% MoM.
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Recent news
Latest coverage and updates
- receives_awardNov 10, 2026
Forward Networks wins Most Innovative AI Technology at The 2026 A.I. Awards in California on Nov 10th '26 for verifying the full impact of proposed network changes before they reach production.
- attends_eventNov 10, 2026
Forward Networks wins Most Innovative AI Technology at The 2026 A.I. Awards in California on Nov 10th '26 for verifying the impact of proposed network changes before production.
- recognized_asAug 31, 2026
Since launching in 2013, Forward Networks is recognized by Gartner as a 'Cool Vendor,' named to the Fortune Cyber 60, included in the GSMA 100, and honored with numerous security and networking innovation awards.
- recognized_asAug 31, 2026
Since launching in 2013, Forward Networks is named to the Fortune Cyber 60 by Fortune.
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Forward Networks Filings
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Forward Networks's valuation, stock price, and market status.
Is Forward Networks a public or private company?
Forward Networks is a private company.
What is the current stock price of Forward Networks?
Forward Networks is a private company, so its shares have no public market price. Caplight tracks Forward Networks's secondary market activity and provides MarketPrice™ estimates of its share price to Caplight users.
How much is Forward Networks worth (valuation)?
Forward Networks's valuation is estimated at $47.8M based on funding round data.
Can I buy Forward Networks stock?
Forward Networks shares may be available on secondary markets subject to transfer restrictions. Caplight facilitates secondary market transactions for accredited investors.
When was Forward Networks's last funding round?
Forward Networks's most recent funding round was Series D on January 24, 2023.
Who are the main investors in Forward Networks?
Key investors in Forward Networks include Andreessen Horowitz, BDT & MSD Partners, Draper Fisher Jurvetson Management, DFJ Growth, Goldman Sachs.
Will Forward Networks IPO soon?
No public IPO plans have been announced for Forward Networks.
How can I track Forward Networks secondary market activity?
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