MindJet is a software company based in Pleasanton, California, specializing in innovation management and mind mapping solutions. The flagship product, MindManager, helps individuals and organizations visualize information through dynamic mind maps, enhancing project management, brainstorming, and strategic planning. As of 2024, MindJet reported an annual revenue of $29.8 million and employs around 55 people.
Founded in 1991, MindJet initially developed mind mapping software that evolved significantly over the years. The software was created by Mike Jetter during his recovery from leukemia, with the aim of improving traditional pen-and-paper mind mapping methods. The product was first marketed as "MindMan" before being rebranded to MindManager in 1999. Over the years, MindManager has expanded its platform to include various features tailored for business users.
MindJet has raised a total of $38 million in funding throughout its operational history. This investment has supported the company’s growth and product development, allowing it to innovate and expand its offerings in the competitive software market.
In 2011, MindJet acquired Thinking Space, an Android-based information mapping application, as well as Cohuman, a social task management service. These acquisitions allowed MindJet to enhance its collaborative capabilities through the development of Mindjet Connect. In 2016, Corel Corporation acquired MindManager, further expanding its portfolio of productivity applications.
MindJet promotes a culture of innovation, collaboration, and user-centric design. The company values feedback from its user community to continually refine its products. This focus on user experience is evident in their support resources and training programs designed to help users maximize the software's potential.
MindManager boasts a diverse user base that includes millions of users worldwide, ranging from individual professionals to large enterprises such as Coca-Cola, Disney, IBM, and Wal-Mart. The community around MindManager is active, with resources available for users to share best practices, tips, and templates through forums and webinars hosted by MindJet.
