David E. Buffaloe

First Research, Inc. creates industry reports for the banking, technology, telecommunications and business process outsourcing industries. Its products include call prep sheets, email alerts, and state profiles. The company was founded by Bobby Martin and Ingo Winzer in 1998 and is headquartered in Austin, TX.

DataFlux Corp. provides data management software solutions. Its products include DataFlux qMDM solutions and accelerators. The company's services include quick start program, training, and consulting services. DataFlux was founded by Scott Gidley in 1997 and is headquartered in Cary, NC.

BuildNet, Inc. developer of software for managing home construction, received investment. Provides e-business, technology and project management systems for the home building industry

Zift Solutions, Inc. engages in the provision of a channel marketing automation platform. Its products include channel as a service, partner relationship management, channel marketing and management, and channel-focused learning management. It offers creative services, channel engagement services, trainings, and workshops. The company was founded by B. Scott England and Kenneth Romley in 2006 and is headquartered in Jersey City, NC.

Jaggaer LLC provides cloud-based business automation solutions for spend management. It offers spend analysis, savings management, sourcing, supplier management, accounts payable, contract lifecycle management, and inventory management solutions. The company was founded by Scott Andrews, Bobby Feigler, Peyton Anderson and Keith Gunter in 1995 and is headquartered in Morrisville, NC.

M-Pact Marketing LLC provides marketing services. The private company is based in Raleigh, NC. The company was founded by David E. Buffaloe.

Vertical IQ, Inc. is a private company that provides industry intelligence to small and mid-sized businesses (SMBs) across various industries. Vertical IQ is based in Raleigh, NC. The company offers access to ebooks, guides, webinars, and more to help businesses win, grow, and retain more business. Vertical IQ's industry intelligence tools include API integration, customized content, and a mobile app that allows users to quickly generate industry-focused presentations or access industry intelligence. The company was founded by Susan Bell, Bobby Martin, and Bill Walker, with Bobby Martin serving as CEO since incorporation.