Valuation
$19.6M
1999 Revenue
$6.5M
Customers
1.6M
Funding
$4.1M
Avg ACV
$4
Team · 2024
89
Founded
1996
How Sift CEO Mark Olesen grew to $6.5M revenue and 1.6M customers in 1999.
Sift is an online publisher and strategic website engineer providing content, tools and website services for accounting firms.
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Sift Revenue
In 1999, Sift's revenue reached $6.5M. Since its launch in 1996, Sift has shown consistent revenue growth.
| Year | Milestone | Quote |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Sift Hit $6.5m revenue in October 1999 | |
| 1996 | Launched with $0 revenue |
Sift Valuation, Funding Rounds
Sift's most recent disclosed valuation is $19.6M.
Sift has raised $4.1M in total funding across 1 round, with its most recent round in 1999.
| Year | Round | Amount | Valuation | % Sold | Quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 | Funding round | $4.1M | - | - |
Founder / CEO
Q&A
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| What's your age? | - |
| Favorite online tool? | - |
| Favorite book? | - |
| Favorite CEO? | - |
| Advice for 20 year old self | - |
Customers
Sift serves 1.6M customers.
Sift Employees & Team Size
Sift employs approximately 89 people as of 2026, down from 126 in 1999. It serves 1.6M customers that rely on its solutions.
| Year | Milestone |
|---|---|
| 2024 | Reached 89 employees (December 2024) |
| 1999 | Reached 126 employees (October 1999) |
Frequently Asked Questions about Sift
What is Sift's revenue?
Sift generates $6.5M in revenue.
Who founded Sift?
Sift was founded by Mark Olesen.
Who is the CEO of Sift?
The CEO of Sift is Mark Olesen.
How much funding does Sift have?
Sift raised $4.1M across 1 round.
How many employees does Sift have?
Sift has 89 employees.
Where is Sift headquarters?
Sift is headquartered in Bristol, England, United Kingdom.
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Sift operates across multiple industries. Browse revenue, funding, and growth data for Sift in each sector below.
Data and Sources
All figures on this page are taken directly from interviews or are estimates from public sources and proprietary models. Not financial advice. Read full disclaimer.
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