Carta is a financial technology company that specializes in equity management. It was founded in 2012 by Manu Kumar, Henry Ward, and Joshua Reeves, with the mission to simplify and streamline the complexities of equity ownership. The company is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Carta offers a range of products and services to help companies manage equity ownership and transactions. Their main product, Carta Equity Management, provides companies with a platform to manage their cap tables, issue stock to employees, and track ownership changes. They also offer tools for valuations, board management, and liquidity programs.

On a global scale, Carta has expanded its operations and currently serves over 14,000 companies in more than 125 countries. The company has established partnerships with major companies, including Nasdaq, allowing them to integrate their services with stock exchanges. Carta has also formed joint ventures with companies such as Credit Suisse and Citigroup to offer liquidity programs for private companies.

In terms of market position, Carta is a major player in the equity management industry. With its innovative technology and comprehensive suite of services, it has gained a significant market share globally. Its competitors include other equity management platforms such as Shareworks and Solium.

Carta has achieved several noteworthy milestones throughout its history. In 2019, the company raised $300 million in a funding round led by Andreessen Horowitz, valuing the company at $1. 7 billion.

This funding allowed Carta to further expand its operations and invest in new product development. As of the latest information available, Carta continues to grow and innovate in the equity management space. They have recently launched new products, including CartaX for private company trading, and have expanded their services to include compliance tools such as Carta Certification.

The company remains focused on providing solutions to the complex challenges of equity ownership for companies worldwide