Wickr is a secure communications platform used by enterprises, government agencies, and individuals to protect sensitive messaging, voice, and video communications.
Antho was engaged to provide quantitative, strategic, and operational support during a pivotal growth stage — leading analysis on key transactions, building KPI frameworks, and supporting capital raising efforts that fueled Wickr’s expansion and long-term positioning.
Our work with Wickr centered around four pillars of focus
Capital Raise Support
We delivered quantitative analysis and materials that underpinned Wickr’s $34M funding round, ensuring investor confidence and deal execution.
KPI Metrics
We built and maintained KPI tracking systems for platform performance and business health, enabling sharper operational oversight.
Strategic Transactions
We led analysis for Wickr’s acquisition of SF-based startup Net Power & Light, evaluating synergies, deal structure, and integration potential.
Exit Preparation
We refined financials, metrics, and positioning to help lay the groundwork for Wickr’s eventual acquisition by Amazon.
Capital Raise Support
Wickr brought us in to support key funding rounds, critical milestones in its growth trajectory. We provided rigorous quantitative analysis to validate the company’s financial model, articulate growth potential, and align projections with investor expectations.
In parallel, we worked with leadership to refine the investment narrative, ensuring the company’s security and compliance strengths were positioned as core differentiators in the competitive communications market. This process enabled Wickr to secure capital from a strong investor syndicate at favorable terms.
KPI Metrics
We designed and implemented a KPI tracking framework that gave Wickr real-time visibility into both platform performance and business health. Metrics spanned user engagement, retention, revenue growth, and operational efficiency.
Our system provided executives with a consistent view of progress against strategic targets, allowing them to identify emerging trends, address risks early, and make more data-informed decisions. This foundation also proved valuable in due diligence processes for future transactions.
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M&A & Strategic Transactions
We led financial and strategic analysis on Wickr’s eight-figure acquisition of Net Power & Light, a San Francisco-based video collaboration startup. Our work evaluated valuation scenarios, synergy potential, and integration considerations.
The deal expanded Wickr’s product capabilities and accelerated its move into enterprise-grade secure video collaboration. By providing rigorous deal support, we ensured leadership could move decisively while minimizing execution risk.
Exit Preparation
Our advisory work contributed directly to Wickr’s readiness for acquisition by Amazon. Through refined KPI tracking, transaction analysis, and financial planning, we helped ensure the company’s operations, reporting, and strategic positioning met the standards of a world-class acquirer.
Our efforts in building robust financial systems and demonstrating growth potential laid much of the groundwork for a smooth, high-value exit.
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