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Astera

Long Beach, CA · Founded 2022
LAST FUNDING
$20.0M
Series D

Astera manufactures wireless LED lighting products for film and events, including tubes, bulbs, soft lights, spot lights, and wash & uplights.

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Funding history

RoundAmount
Series D$20.0M
SEC Form D filed
Mar 26, 2024·Mar 22, 2024

About Astera

How much funding has Astera raised?

Astera has raised $20.0M in total funding. The most recent round was Series D.

Where is Astera headquartered?

Astera is headquartered in Long Beach, CA.

What does Astera do?

Astera manufactures wireless LED lighting products for film and events, including tubes, bulbs, soft lights, spot lights, and wash & uplights.

What's Astera's solution?

Astera makes wireless, battery-powered LED lighting fixtures (tubes, bulbs, spotlights, fresnels, panels) with app-based control for film, studio, stage, and event use.

What makes Astera different?

The page cites over 15 years of experience with 'the most advanced battery management system in the industry' (up to 20-hour runtime), a built-in wireless DMX module compatible with CRMX/W-DMX transmitters, IP65 waterproof housings, and a dealer/rental/service network in 50+ countries.

Leadership

Switzer Robert
Executive Officer, Director
White Robert
Executive Officer, Director
Jennifer Stapp
Executive Officer
Rich Johnson
Director
Industry
Real Estate and Construction
Founded
2022
HQ
Long Beach, CA
Raised
$20.0M
Stage
Series D

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