Whitepages: Whitepages splits into two separate entities, forms new enterprise-focused company Ekata

Seattle-based Whitepages is splitting into two separate companies - Whitepages and Ekata - as it looks to expand growth around the world. The Whitepages business will focus on consumers and small businesses. Ekata, previously known as Whitepages Pro, will sell enterprise identity verification products. Both companies will remain in Seattle. Whitepages employs 32 people, with plans to add another 10 over the next year. Ekata has 135 employees across three offices (120 in Seattle), and will add another 50 people. Rob Eleveld, who became CEO of Whitepages in 2016, will lead Ekata as CEO. Leigh McMillian, previously consumer business general... Read More