SAN JOSE, CA--(Marketwire - November 9, 2010) - Bridge Capital Holdings (
"With this financing, the Company can make capital purchases and spending as to scale its operations commensurate with anticipated growth, all without assistance from outside investors," said Robin Horwitz, who is deaf and the CEO of Convo. "This loan will allow us to both maintain our independence and identity as a deaf-owned company and at the same time allows us to better compete in the market."
Convo is a provider of 24/7 video relay services (VRS), which enable deaf and hard of hearing people who use sign language to convo with hearing people via phone by utilizing true-to-life video connection with specially trained sign language interpreters. It recently launched Convo Anywhere, a cloud-based Web application that is a major addition to its product and service offerings. "Convo Anywhere is a leap forward in accessibility and is quickly becoming our signature product. Accordingly, we anticipate tremendous growth in Year 2011 and are grateful to Bridge Bank for their support and creativity in making this funding possible," said Horwitz.
"Convo is a one-of-a-kind company in its sector and commands the respect of industry analysts, customers, and other deaf-owned businesses," said Lyndon Conaway, Assistant Vice President, Bridge Capital Finance Group. Convo was founded in March 2009 and has since grown to four call centers and gross revenues close to $4 million for 2010.
About Convo Communications
Convo Communications is a deaf-owned provider of 24/7 video relay services, which enables deaf and hard of hearing people who use sign language to convo with hearing people over the phone. Its services allow deaf and hard of hearing people civic and consumer participation and can be accessed via web browser, videophone or instant messenger. For further information, go to www.convorelay.com or follow via Facebook and Twitter at convorelay.
About Bridge Capital Holdings
Bridge Capital Holdings is the holding company for Bridge Bank, National Association. Bridge Capital Holdings was formed on October 1, 2004 and holds a Global Select listing on The NASDAQ Stock Market under the trading symbol BBNK. For additional information, visit the Bridge Capital Holdings website at www.bridgecapitalholdings.com.
About Bridge Bank, N.A.
Bridge Bank, N.A. is Silicon Valley's full-service professional business bank. The Bank is dedicated to meeting the financial needs of small, middle-market, and emerging technology businesses. Bridge Bank provides its clients with a comprehensive package of business banking solutions delivered through experienced, professional bankers. Visit Bridge Bank on the web at www.bridgebank.com.
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