Founded in 2001, Simple Star develops software products and services that help consumers share their memories in new, entertaining ways through PhotoShow, the most complete and easy-to-use photo platform available. Award-winning PhotoShow software is distributed primarily through partners such as cable companies, digital media software providers, online photo services, retailers with photofinishing services and hardware manufacturers.

Simple Star was acquired by Sonic Solutions® (NASDAQ: SNIC) in April 2008.

Financials

Date Type Amount Investors Valuation
08/11/05 Series A 6.3M SK Telecom Venture, Wayne Wilkins Unknown

People

Matt Moller (Division GM)

Chad Richard (CEO)

Peter Rice (CTO)

John Paul (EVP Strategic Alliances)

Quint King (VP Technology)

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